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Bonus coverage of the latest news about arts and humanities happenings around Nebraska, as well as talk and performances from those involved.

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    Cather Spring Conference, Calibraska, Steampunk Fest and more...

    Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2025 61:56


    On the May 30 Friday LIVE from Nebraska Public Media, Genevieve Randall and Penelope Morrow have lively conversations about: the 70th Annual National Willa Cather Center Spring Conference (1:35); this year's Calibraska events (8:50); the 1st Annual Steampunk Fest in Plattsmouth (23:38) and the Second Sunday Polka Series at The 1206 (32:00). Gen jams with Jim Harvey of the Lincoln Ukulele Group (51:45) and then plays songs by Cabela and Schmitt (43:59) and Peter Lainson (48:08). Also, poetry from Tyler Michael Jacobs (19:37) and KVNO files a report about Omaha Symphony concerts this weekend (40:41).

    Extra: Black History in Scottsbluff + Jazz in June

    Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2025 16:18


    This week on the Friday Live EXTRA, we learn about about two new exhibits at the West Nebraska Arts Center, and get a preview of this year's Jazz in June.

    Extra: Great Plains Theatre Commons + Film Streams on the Green

    Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2025 26:21


    This week on the Friday Live EXTRA, the Great Plains Theatre Commons announces their 2025 new play festival playwrights, and Penelope Morrow learns about Film Streams on the Green... a new outdoor movie series in Omaha.

    Minden Anniversary, Meadowlark Gallery, Carnegie Arts and more..

    Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2025 51:47


    On the May 16 Friday LIVE from Nebraska Public Media, host Genevieve Randall has lively conversations about: Minden Opera House's "Cheers to 25 Years (1:33);" Lauren Olson's art at Meadowlark Gallery in Grant (8:58); Carnegie Arts Center “32nd Anniversary Show" in Alliance (11:07); Salt Creek Song Festival (16:04); Civil War at Fort Hartsuff (26:56); Grand Island Music Series presents Flamenco Omaha! (40:11) and "Music on the Bricks 11" in North Platte (41:49). Also, poetry from Tyler Michael Jacobs (36:27) and Omaha Parks & Recreation Director Matthew Kalcevich talks about the stronger integration between parks and public art in Omaha (46:51).

    Extra: Kimberly Reyes

    Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2025 8:29


    This week on the Friday Live EXTRA, Kimberly Reyes has a new book of poetry. Reyes tells us about it and reads a poem.

    JIJI with LSO, Cinderella, Vaqueros and more...

    Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2025 69:55


    On the May 9 Friday LIVE at Nebraska Public Media, host Genevieve Randall has lively conversations about: the season finale for Lincoln's Symphony Orchestra (1:37); "Cinderella" at the Lincoln Community Playhouse (18:18); the next concert for the Kearney Concert Association (25:10); exhibitions at The LUX Center for the Arts (32:06); “Vaquero: Genesis of the Texas Cowboy" in Kearney (41:56); "The Secret Adversary" at Yorkshire Playhouse (48:27); and a preview of this year's Nebraska Crossroads Music Festival (54:42). Also, poetry from Tyler Michael Jacobs (12:31) and a look at the Omaha Community Playhouse production "American Mariachi." (1:04:02)

    Extra: Art Roundup

    Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2025 17:06


    This week on the Friday Live EXTRA, an art roundup featuring exhibitions from WNAC in Scottsbluff, Gallery 9 in Lincoln and Ming Toy Gallery in Omaha.

    MONA, Cowsills, Shockitanos, Frahm-Lewis Trio and more...

    Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2025 64:41


    On the May 2 Friday LIVE from MONA in Kearney, host Genevieve Randall has lively conversations about: MONA's opening weekend celebration (4:00); The Japanese Hall in Scottsbluff with Vicki Schaepler (16:59); the Kearney Symphony Orchestra concert with Alison Gaines (21:41); and the Wildflower Gallery (51:02). Plus: poetry from Rick Brown and student Laura Gregory (33:29); and live music performances by The Cowsills (not available on the podcast due to rights issues), The Shockitanosn(11:59 and 29:04) and The Frahm-Lewis Trio (42:41. 54:43, and (1:01:43) .

    MONA, Cowsills, Shockitanos, Frahm-Lewis Trio and more...

    Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2025 61:33


    On the May 2 Friday LIVE from MONA in Kearney, host Genevieve Randall has lively conversations about: MONA's opening weekend celebration (4:00); The Japanese Hall in Scottsbluff with Vicki Schaepler (13:50); the Kearney Symphony Orchestra concert with Alison Gaines (18:32); and the Wildflower Gallery (47:53). Plus: poetry from Rick Brown and student Laura Gregory (30:20); and live music performances by The Cowsills (not available on the podcast due to rights issues), The Shockitanos (11:59, conversation only, and 26:01) and The Frahm-Lewis Trio (39:32. 51:34, and (58:35) .

    Extra: The Cowsills and Lincoln Choral Artists

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2025 13:57


    This week on the Friday Live EXTRA, Paul Cowsill tells us about The Cowsills performance in Kearney and Paul Robinson tells us about the Lincoln Choral Artists concert.

    LSO Tightrope, Nebraska Rep, Neihardt, Andy the Goose, & more!

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2025 63:05


    On the April 25 Friday LIVE at Nebraska Public Media, host Genevieve Randall has lively conversations about: the next concert by Lincoln's Symphony Orchestra (1:45); Nebraska Repertory Theatre's production of "Urinetown: the Musical (20:32);" Neihardt Spring Conference (26:30); Jessica Korgie's new book (36:30); and WanderNebraska Adventures (50:07). Also, the poetry of Ted Kooser read by Stephen Buhler (13:36), a Ross film review by Kwakiutl Dreher (45:08) and a preview of Opera Omaha's next production (58:33).

    Extra: Norman Akers and "Jam"

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2025 21:59


    This week on the Friday Live EXTRA, a discussion with artist Norman Akers and preview of the new season of "Jam" and.

    Bill Ganzel at Wallspace, "1999" by Benes, Old West Days & more!

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 18, 2025 57:28


    On the April 18 Friday LIVE at Nebraska Public Media, host Genevieve Randall has lively conversations about: “Native Wars/New Perspectives” at WallSpace-LNK (1:35); the new book by Ross Benes (12:44); Old West Days & Cowboy Poetry Gathering in Valentine (25:09); OmniArts Nebraska's presentation of "God of Carnage (38:18)." Also, the poetry of Ted Kooser read by Stephen Buhler (33:26), a Ross film review by Kwakiutl Dreher (46:19) and a preview of the Omaha Community Playhouse production of "Jimmy Buffet's Escape to Margaritaville (51:48)."

    Extra: Iliana Rosabal-Pérez

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 17, 2025 6:50


    This week on the Friday Live EXTRA, a preview of the next Plains Writers Series with the poetry of Iliana Rosabal-Pérez.

    Ellen and Paul Wagner, Bone Creek, Arts for the Soul, and more!

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 11, 2025 60:16


    On the April 11 Friday LIVE at Nebraska Public Media, host Genevieve Randall has lively conversations about: the new film about artist Georgia O'Keeffe by Ellen and Paul Wagner (1:36); the grand re-opening of the Bone Creek Museum of Agrarian Art in David City (15:46); Tesla String Quartet's Arts for the Soul concert in Lincoln (28:03); Olde Glory Theatre's Moors & McCumber concert (37:53); and Beatrice Community Theatre's production of "Veronica's Room (48:43)." Also, the poetry of Ted Kooser read by Stephen Buhler (23:03), a Ross film review by Kwakiutl Dreher (10:42) and a preview of a concert by The Intergeneration Orchestra of Omaha (55:33).

    Extra: Messiah and Lincoln Friends of Chamber Music

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 10, 2025 20:13


    This week on the Friday Live EXTRA, The Axtell Oratorio Society's production of Handel's "Messiah" and the Lincoln Friends of Chamber Music Hermitage Piano Trio concert.

    Live from The Ron Hull: Chaun Ballard, Wildwoods, and more!

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 4, 2025 62:25


    On the April 4 Friday LIVE at 10 a.m. CT from the Ron Hull Studio at Nebraska Public Media, host Genevieve Randall has lively conversations and live performances from: The Wildwoods; poet Chaun Ballard; Madeline Reddel; and Brad Colerick.

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    Extra: Nebraska Grown Art Festival and artist Brook Taylor

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 3, 2025 20:37


    This week on the Friday Live EXTRA, a look at this year's Nebraska Grown Art Festival in Ord and a conversation with artist Brook Taylor about his one-man exhibition.

    Gale Anne Hurd, Larry Gatlin, Karen Russell, LSO and more!

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 28, 2025 67:28


    On the March 28 Friday LIVE, Genevieve Randall and guests have lively conversations about: a screening of "Tremors" at The Ross, featuring film producer Gale Anne Hurd: the new novel "The Antidote" by Pulitzer Prize for Fiction finalist and MacArthur Foundation Genius Grant recipient Karen Russell; "An Evening with Larry Gatlin" at the Merryman Performing Arts Center; Lincoln's Symphony Orchestra's "Star Wars: Return of the Maestro" at the Lied Center for Performing Arts; and Anastasis Theatre Company's production of "By a Thread." Also, poetry from Karla Hernandez Torrijos.

    Extra: Bluebarn's "The Night Larry Kramer Kissed Me"

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 27, 2025 28:32


    This week on the Friday Live Extra, a preview of Bluebarn's production of "The Night Larry Kramer Kissed Me."

    Dundee Theater, Fabrics of Africa, Waitress and more…

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 21, 2025 66:54


    This week on the March 21 Friday LIVE, Andy Hermann (in for Genevieve Randall) and guests have lively conversations about: Dundee Theatre's 100 year celebration in Omaha; David von Behren's organ concert in Lincoln; "Fabrics of Africa: Weaving Culture and Community" exhibition in Omaha curated by Suzanne Gunn; Steve Langan at the Plains Writers Series in Wayne; and Lincoln Community Playhouse's production of "Waitress." Also, poetry from Karla Hernandez Torrijos, Mike Tobias talks to "What if...Nebraska" composer Winston Schneider and a look at the exhibition "Saints Above & Sinners Below" in Omaha.

    Extra: "One Book, One Nebraska" events with Tosca Lee

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 20, 2025 5:05


    On this week's Friday LIVE Extra podcast, Tosca Lee tells us about more "One Book, One Nebraska" events.

    Darrell Hammond, Darrell Scott, Paint Your Wagon and more...

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 14, 2025 69:12


    This week on the March 14 Friday LIVE, Genevieve Randall and guests have lively conversations about: comedian Darrell Hammond in Norfolk; singer/songwriter Darrell Scott in Hastings; "Paint Your Wagon" in Minden; Omaha Symphony's "Celtic Journey;" "The Space Between" exhibition by Josephine Langbehn; and Angels Theatre Company's production of "Eminent Domain." Also, poetry from Karla Hernandez Torrijos and a look at juried student art exhibtion at UNO.

    Extra: Cirque Mechanics and "Sense & Sens

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 13, 2025 21:05


    On this week's Friday LIVE Extra podcast, Cirque Mechanics at Wayne State College and "Sense & Sensibility" at Little Red Hen Theatre in Wakefield.

    Extra: Kearney Symphony Orchestra and Dustin Nickerson

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 7, 2025 21:31


    On this week's Friday LIVE Extra podcast, Alison Gaines from the Kearney Symphony Orchestra is completing a conductor exchange with Dr. Michael Griffith for KSO's March 11th concert. They tell us about it. Also, comedian Dustin Nickerson tells us about his show in North Platte.

    Film history in Gage County, sci-fi con, Beetlejuice, & more.

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 7, 2025 65:04


    This week on the March 7 Friday LIVE, Genevieve Randall and guests have lively conversations about: Gage County Classic Film Festival; Stacey Waite's new collection of poetry and event; Flatwater Jazz Orchestra in Kearney; Constellation 14: Lincoln's Science Fiction and Fantasy Convention; and "Beetlejuice the Musical" at the Lied Center. Also, Steve Buhler reads the poetry of Ted Kooser, Arthur Jones looks at the Omaha music scene and a preview of the Omaha Film Festival.

    Playwright Jordan Morille, Wayne & Friend music, Kooser & more!

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 28, 2025 53:28


    This week on the Feb. 28 Friday LIVE, Genevieve Randall and guests have lively conversations about: Angels Theatre Company and Larksong's related events in Lincoln; Nia Karmann's photography show at Bethany Christian Church in Lincoln; a Statehood Day Celebration in Lincoln; and "Birds of the Midwest" in North Platte. Also, Steve Buhler reads the poetry of Ted Kooser and a profile of artist Dar VandeVoort. And, previews of: the Milligan Czech Brass Band in Friend; the Wayne State College Symphonic Band and Wind Ensemble concert; and Karl Kobeck and Shelly Armstrong's recital in Wayne.

    Extra: Lincoln Friends of Chamber Music and a Music Roundup

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 27, 2025 21:50


    On this week's Friday LIVE Extra podcast a look at: the next Lincoln Friends of Chamber Music concert; Lincoln Choral Artists concert; Nebraska Jazz Orchestra concert; First Friday Jazz concert; and a First Friday concert at St. Paul United Methodist Church in Lincoln.

    Joe Calarco, Sandy Cameron, Susan T. Wood, Philip Daniel, & more

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 21, 2025 66:42


    This week on the Feb. 21 Friday LIVE, Genevieve Randall and guests have lively conversations about: Nebraska Rep's new production; violinist Sandy Cameron performance with the Czech National Symphony; events at the Merryman Center in Kearney; pianist/composer Philip Daniel's tour; and the exhibition "Remembering Susan T. Wood: International Reflections.” Also, Steve Buhler reads the poetry of Ted Kooser and a look at a new production in Omaha.

    Extra: Dan Rodriguez and Ann Martin

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 20, 2025 13:56


    On this week's Friday LIVE Extra podcast, previews of Dan Rodriguez's concert in Hastings and an art exhibition by Ann Martin in Hastings.

    Kaylyn Sahs, Star City Chorus, Concordia Chamber Choir and more!

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 14, 2025 56:43


    This week on the Feb. 14 Friday LIVE, Genevieve Randall and guests have lively conversations about: "Fiddler on the Roof" at the Lincoln Community Playhouse; poetry at The Lion in Lincoln; and "Dear Great Plains" at the Great Plains Art Gallery in Lincoln. Also, live performances by: Kaylyn Sahs, who'll be performing in Ord; Star City Chorus; and Concordia University Chamber Choir.

    Extra: Winter Lecture Series and Sandhills Symphony

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2025 14:13


    On this week's Friday LIVE Extra podcast, previews of the Winter Lecture Series and the next Sandhills Symphony concert in North Platte.

    Falletta, Moulin Rouge, Alex Williams, Exploding Native, & more!

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 7, 2025 64:03


    This week on the Feb. 7 Friday LIVE, Genevieve Randall and guests have lively conversations about: conductor JoAnn Falletta's new gig in Omaha; "Moulin Rouge" at the Lied Center; singer/songwriter Alex Williams' shows in Nebraska; Nebraska Chamber Players concerts; Ailey II at Wayne State College; and a new exhibition at Sheldon Musuem of Art. Also, a Ross film review by Kwakiutl Dreher and a look at art exhibitions at UNO.

    Extra: Art and Humanities Roundup

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 6, 2025 10:42


    On this week's Friday LIVE Extra podcast, previews of a fashion talk in David City, art exhibitions in Scottsbluff and a First Friday event in Norfolk.

    Spotlight on Omaha, poetry from Julie S. Paschold and more...

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 31, 2025 59:20


    This week on the Jan. 31 Friday LIVE, Genevieve Randall and guests have lively conversations about: Omaha Invades Music Festival at The Zoo Bar; “Thrift Style” exhibit and Omaha Street Percussion in Red Cloud; Rangbrook Ensemble performances in Lincoln and Omaha; a new production at Bluebarn in Omaha; and the Omaha Symphony's return to the Joslyn Art Museum's Witherspoon Hall. Also, poetry from Julie S. Paschold and a Ross film review by Kwakiutl Dreher.

    Extra: Theatre productions in Seward and York

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 30, 2025 10:07


    On this week's Friday LIVE Extra podcast, previews of theatre productions in Seward and York.

    Deadly Deception, Lincoln's Symphony, Hastings Clay show & more!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 24, 2025 67:30


    This week on the Jan. 24 Friday LIVE, Genevieve Randall and guests have lively conversations about: Gary Hochman's new film "Deadly Deception at Sobibor" in Omaha and Lincoln; two concerts by Lincoln's Symphony Orchestra this weekend; "California Clay," a new exhibition at Hastings College; concerts in Seward and Central City by La Dolce Vita Duo; and a performance by the Homestead Harmonizers in Friend. Also, poetry from Julie S. Paschold, a writer's event in Fremont and a look at a concert with Alexander Payne and the Omaha Symphony.

    Extra Extra: Dan Whitney extended interview

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 17, 2025 31:08


    Dan Whitney tells us about Larry The Cable Guy's Nebraska road trip and more, in this extended version of the interview Genevieve Randall.

    Dan Whitney, Rent, Tosca Lee and more!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 17, 2025 54:33


    This week on the Jan. 17 Friday LIVE, Genevieve Randall and guests have lively conversations about: Larry The Cable Guy's Nebraska road trip; "Rent" at the Lied Center; the 2025 One Book One Nebraska book; Josh Hoyer & Soul Colossal's contest win; and Alternative Publishing Omaha Zine Fair. Also, poetry from Jerry Bockoven and a look at another arts event in Omaha.

    Wayne State's Festival of Honor Bands and artist Terry Ratzlaff

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 16, 2025 26:03


    On this week's Friday LIVE Extra podcast, previews of Wayne State College's Festival of Honor Bands and an exhibition by visiting artist Terry Ratzlaff. Plus, a look at a Nebraska Public Media event.

    State Poet, History in Central Nebraska and more

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 10, 2025 66:43


    This week on the Jan. 10 Friday LIVE, Genevieve Randall and guests have lively conversations about: new Nebraska State Poet Jewel Rodgers; a talk at the Anne Bemis Palmer Museum in York; Fabulous Friday in Kearney; Wallspace-LNK's new exhibition; guitarist Peter Bouffard's gigs in Lincoln and Grand Island; new films at The Ross; and The Lion brings more poetry to Lincoln. Also, poetry from Julie S. Paschold and a look at what's happening at the Shelterbelt Theatre in Omaha.

    Extra: "Goodnight Moon & The Runaway Bunny" at the Lied Center

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 9, 2025 11:52


    On this week's Friday LIVE Extra podcast, a preview of "Goodnight Moon & The Runaway Bunny" at the Lied Center.

    Extra: Randy J. Goodwin

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 2, 2025 22:58


    On this week's Friday LIVE Extra podcast, a conversation with filmmaker Randy J. Goodwin about his career and big plans for his Omaha based production company.

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